(Spoiler alert: If you lose, you end up chugging beer. Youve also reduced your overall risk of having an injury or accident (Alcohol & Drug Foundation, 2020). Think the booze and fags caused it. It started as a dry January, maybe drop a few pounds I picked up working from home with the COVID era. This is the number 1 for me and what keeps me going. I went from drinking very heavily every night to only a few, then down to a couple of drinks per night over a few months. My mood is still really low. Then, after drinking plenty of empty calories, I fed my booze-fueled cravings with whatever I could get my hands onanything from bags of chips to Ben and Jerrys. He said everything looks fine. Once you experience that, you my friend are a winner. If you drink heavily and regularly, you may feel cravings for alcohol in addition to withdrawal symptoms such as anxiety, agitation, insomnia, tremors, and palpitations. Word! After I became single, I started drinking a lot at home. Miss the social side too. After two years of that my PCP called me in to have more blood work done because my liver enzymes were triple what they shouldve been. I can sleep. Getting through each day will slowly become easier and more normal to you, and youll begin to find new hobbies that dont include drugs or alcohol. I guess its a comfort and one that I know I need to change. Lost everything, wife n kids,my job of 23 years, was nearly on death bed, my health was shocking. My doc told me that I had better reduce the intake or be prepared to develop cirrhosis like another patient of hers did as a result of continued alcohol abuse. I dont think I can or want to quit entirely but I dont want this running away from me either and end up doing something stupid that has life long consequences. Other then that, I do consume non alcholic beers to just scratch that itch. A recent study backs up those claims and showed that giving up drinking boosts your mental health too. Feeling physically good but mentally, I have never been so drained. And I drink tea. The spirit of rebellion against what the generation before did is one of the reason many younger people are choosing not to drink. my diet has been so much better, my face is no longer red and puffy, Im losing weight like crazy, and my relationships have significantly improved. Badly and very slowly. Diminished anxiety. Have slipped back but Thankyou for the reminder of the benefits. I just lost my nephew from vodka. Im 4 months off alcohol as was diagnosed with t2 diabetes in january. My anxiety is through the roof, my panic disorder has become more severe, clinically depressed, I cant sleep more then 4 to 6 hours a night, I have restless legs, arms, shoulders, I have hot flashes mostly cold flashes, being cold has never hurt so bad, I have normal low blood pressure, and I do exercise often, I had gastritis which feels like it went away after a month of not drinking, my abdomen is still tender. Not drinking was easy, dealing with lifes stresses without alcohol has been the difficult part. I was drinking over 100 units a week with constant body aches. Ive binged and restarted numerous times but I will not ever go back to the point I was at a year ago. I found strawberries and watermelon very helpful for the sugar cravings. Alcohol withdrawal is a result of your brain becoming too used to continuous exposure to the substance. I just would like some encouragement and would like to know if anyone still had trouble thinking straight. Abstaining for 12 months is a massive achievement so celebrate your success whatever it may look like. I need to find new ways to relax and destress without the instant mind numbing effects of alcohol. Better sleep happened almost immediately, along with really vivid dreams that I can now remember. I laughed I went over my former wine buddys house today and we went for ice cream. Many will notice that their blood pressure has lowered if it was high before making changes. I haveso many questions I need answered related to health. Watched someone drink a bottle of wine in front of me last night. I suffered a tragedy that no parent should suffer, which I used to justify my drinking. 2020;13:288. Since the last Ale, which Ive enjoyed since a small boy having been given sips from my Fathers tankard of Strong Brown Ale at the Dinner table, Ive shed 6.5 kilos, I eat less, enjoy a better sleep and my skin, nails and what little hair decorates my bonce is improved. I had forgot what it was like to get into my hobbies and other goals all on hold. Hi, I feel so much better too. For me everyday I say to myself, today really isnt a good day to drink. My normal personality is quiet and somewhat shy. Dont put your race down. Great number did it again just to make sure it wasnt a mistake better number. 55yrs old, proud of myself. Why Trust Us? Im back to my ideal weight and body fat and almost full strength despite some neuropathy. Everything is true. 'I Lost 50 Lbs. I used to smoke weed and drink. For the first time since picking up drinking, I woke up for my early morning runs. 2. Located on the historic peninsula of Charleston, South Carolina, Lantana Recovery takes a modern approach to Substance Use Disorder treatment, offering intensive clinical care while also immersing our clients in local Charleston culture. Im 3 months alcohol free. Not crazy but for me 5-6 cups per day is a fix that helps and sleep is less but very deep (5-6hrs). WOW hallelujah moment. Up until my last divorce in 2009 I could always stop drinking. I find that one drink doesnt keep me from making healthy decisionsand its much easier to stop after one than after two or three. All I have to say is thank god I didnt let it get to the point where I actually feel like I need to drink. 6 months sober. It was nothing for me to polish off a bottle or 2 sometimes 3. Is very very difficult to start off with but gets better with time as the body starts to heal itself. I have been sober for a month now. Sleep dictates our energy levels to an extent (SleepFoundation.org, 2020) so exercise or any form of movement can become easier and more enjoyable. I had gone carefree for two years until my PCP had concern about my liver studies. November I pulled the BP monitor out regularly over 140/95, scared me a lot. Had been binge drinking for almost 2 decades although i have always been sports oriented. You will save a fortune as well. You keep the pouring, glass-holding and drinking effect and it still has the beneficial compounds , resviritrol etc. Im totally smug also, I have to keep it in check. Worth fighting. Ive been sober for 6 months straight. Earlier this year I managed 4 1/2 months AF. I have dozens of different teas snd I have replaced my vodka addiction with a tea one lol. 3 Months 3 months of not drinking reduces your risk Tomorrow is my 39th birthday. I told my mom last year I wanted to give it up and the reaction was no dont stop very unexpected. Im not smug because I know this is a long journey. My wife has stopped drinking altogether due to some health concerns. Wishing you the best! It became less of an assistant and more of a curse as the years went by to the point I was making choices while under the influence that were having significant consequences on my life. Four months today. <126\<78 [online] Available at: [Accessed 15 October 2020]. First week horrific withdrawals but now sleep has drastically improved, BP had dropped and eating habits have improved. I feel good. Everyday is a gift & new opportunity. This is because alcohol is a central nervous system depressant, so when it's no longer in your system, your body has to adjust to the change. Still, my stools are badly pale (light grey, pale yellow, sandy color), muddy or spongy looking. Then I looked up the symptoms for alcohol withdrawal and, surprise! If your body learned to live with alcohol for a long time then it will take time learning to live without it. Why cant I go an evening without a glass in my hand? 7. I do hope the joint pain will resolve, the blood pressure will come down and the sleep will improve. My friends are super proud of me as well. I am 2 months sober i became an alcoholic in just 1 year drinking 1 handle of vodka a day. You have to eat healthy sweet snacks. It seems to be subsiding. My skin isnt noticeably glowing or anything like that. Worried about the weekend coming up. This is an important thing to look out for at any stage of sobriety. Drinking is so normalized and is a part of British culture. Its not a hard no forever, but right now Im thinking 2 years is a good number to shoot for. I have yet to have a normal poo. Guidelines For Low-Risk Drinking Alcohol And Drug Foundation. Since around 18 I never went longer then a week with drinking heavily socially. I saw a comment of 40 years sober and I hope to be able to say that myself one day. 6 Weeks Without Alcohol You may have higher thinking and problem-solving skills, memory and attention than those who are still drinking alcohol. Will build a schedule around it Haha. Ive had Pizza and Chinese and other heavily salted foods but always offset by exercise. In the past, I had loved waking up early for morning workouts. Twenty weeks in and not missing the hangovers one little bit. At least I must be getting healthier (from what Ive read in articles). Im 6 months sober now and feel great . And I hated the fact that I was normalising drinking for them. This February will be 12 months alcohol free af, I hope you can help me give some idea Ive had the shakes and was drinking so much my blood pressure was so high I was hospitalized 2x I have stopped drinking 2 months now goofed-up on 3 ipa at a Christmas party which I didnt want to go I feel worse now than when I was drinking many ipas. Alas NO weight loss, NO skin glow. Yay! This article wouldnt get someone out of bed in the morning. No more anxiety, or depression. congratula -Zzz zzz zzz. Rewarded myself after 11 days with no alcohol. (No jinx ). I tried portioning out 6 oz a day, and just caved after a couple of days. if anything weight gain! Loved your article, thank you for your inspiration & support! For a while I had to search for words to finish a simple sentence. You can do it Sue, If I did it so can you, Im a little more than 3 months AF and sleep is definitely better (as are my dreams) but I think the biggest plus here is that I wake everyday now able to breathe calmly and not feel like a failure for breaking my commitment the night before. If alcahol is controlling you and you need to change it, plan ahead, write it all down, do some research and be kind to yourself. I dont really miss it, but my marriage is still shaky, daily acid reflux, no weight loss due to a surprising ice cream addiction , still unmotivated. Habit Ive had forever and I can only say that that is what my parents did and my grandparents Im only on day 17, but you people are inspiring me. Im now looking forward to 60 days clean. I couldnt even walk myself to the bathroom because of the shakes. Want to loose another 12 lbs and wont drink alcohol until at least Sept 1st. Firstly, thank you Alyssa Sterry. He was loved by so many. I like to drink the majority of the day on Saturday and Sunday. Alcohol is a toxin that can damage your liver. One day at a time. If you find that one aspect from that list is still something youre struggling with, such as sleep or lack of mental clarity, we encourage you to seek medical support to see if there are other things in your life affecting that part of your health. With WW And Walking, How To Lose Weight Fast Safely And Naturally. I sat down at a machine in a Safeway and just measured right away no waiting. It wasnt easy but SO worth it. Once you have decided to become sober you might feel insomniac and restless. Overwhelming smugness is another side effect which I have to keep in check. 2023 Dotdash Media, Inc. All rights reserved, Arlin Cuncic, MA, is the author of "Therapy in Focus: What to Expect from CBT for Social Anxiety Disorder" and "7 Weeks to Reduce Anxiety.". Reading these comments is reassuring. My only concern at this point is a stubborn BP that has started to peak again. For some, they find that meditation, reading or other activities such as a pottery class, become more possible. Your life is precious. Impact of Smoking and Alcohol Use on Facial Aging in Women: Results of a Large Multinational, Multiracial, Cross-sectional Survey. Good luck to everyone! Youve made it to 6 months! I am now 2 months sober and do not ever want to go back to those times. I feel better, with no fear of hangover. By not drinking for 3 months, the levels of your white blood cells rise, which reduces the risk of getting sick. Thank you. From sleep and clear skin. On days like today, when I face stress or strife, I face it raw. Relationships between Age, Sex, Self-Esteem and Attitudes Towards Alcohol Use Amongst University Students. Bonus: I had no reason to mow down junk food after a night out or starve myself during the day. As far as Im concerned, thats not worth missing out on. Kidneys and liver function tests are normal. I have never eaten sweets, now thats all I want. So isolation was real bad. I am too. I am AF for one month but have an insatiable craving for sugar. You can also celebrate by giving back to the society. Just came to the conclusion a bottle of wine a night was a negative. I was an every day drinker for about 13 years! Very powerful and encouraging, thank you. I drank to forget the bad memories, then i realized drinking made me remember the bad/sad things . Ive lost almost 30 lbs and my blood pressure has gone down. Now I dont even care to do that. Im almost at 5 months myself and for the most part, most of the issues I had struggled with have disappeared. I have rheumatoid arthritis and I am in remission for the first time in after 10 years. Being drunk can suppress your immune function, which can make you more vulnerable to the pathogens that cause the cold and flu, among other things, says Keri Peterson, MD, a WH advisory board member. WebThe answer to this question is a no. Goodman GD, Kaufman J, Day D, et al. Before, Id have had 6 beers and half a bottle. "Planning what you are going to say and what your boundaries are ahead of time can help you deal with these situations when they arise," she adds. And it doesnt take a home thats been destroyed to be built in 2 monthsthank you again for sharing just need encouragement now. And once I hit that I honestly cant see me ever drinking again. I wake up an hour earlier than I used to NOT TIRED and not hungover! All of this means that taking a break from booze could help you better fight off any seasonal illnesses. There were no more morning trips for bagels (yes, bagels plural) and coffee to tend to my hangover. Highly recommended. Health and clear mind is my priority now. I also want to say congratulations to many of you that have posted! #AMEN. Its been a month now since i am off the booze ( promised my 6 year old daughter on her birthday i would stop) feeling better than ever !! Do not be the person in the corner. I made the choice to cut out the sugar and carbs. At this stage your risk of experiencing cardiovascular disease and several cancers starts to reduce (, World Cancer Research Fund, 2007; Roerecke et al., 2017). Nah, a beer every now and then is fine, you dont have to quit!. 7. Looking forward to reaching 12 months. I like my ability to act and think with clear intention. Stay positive, keep going forward and take one day at a time. Blamed lockdown & other factors. Focus better One thing I noticed is my mood has been low, which is normal apparently. That fear is greater than any craving. After about 1 month of being alcohol-free, acne and inflammatory skin conditions such as rosacea clear up (provided theyre not being triggered by factors other Skin clearer. Just keep in mind that the affects of heavy use are a lot harsher than our drinking culture would have us truly consider it takes time for the body to get back to normal. 6 Months Without Alcohol and Life is Beautiful In month five of not drinking alcohol, I knew I was a different person. Indulge yourself in your favorite sport to keep your mind off negative things and also maintain a good health. In reality of course I was not asking for help in everyday tasks and that overload of work was creating my stress so I felt that a drink was a just reward, and although I resisted the call it was hard a few times. I feel a thousand times better now. When you ditch the alcohol, however, you won't have those sleepy-yet-restless nights. Heineken and Becks make really great ones and I was an IPA fan. ( The only alcohol I dank was beer , throughout the day) I would quit for 2 weeks and start drinking again. If the wife needs fuel in her car or the kids need medication I can go out at anytime and do it. Your risk of developing certain diseases will decrease. I ended 42 years of alcohol consumption on 7 December. He stopped eating and drank a handle a day. Good luck to everyone else out there! My target is 100 days which I will hit on 20/01/22. But there are plenty of health benefits to cutting back or stopping for good. getting support from my wife and family. Life physically and mentally so much better. I cant see any thing improving any time soon the only positive I have got from it is I no longer have brain fog I have a empty hole! Obvious And as a 5' 2" woman, it was obvious that I'd gained weight in my stomach and lower back. But after being gone 13 months she served him papers. Until you stop drinking you dont realise how much of our social lives is based around booze. People that claim that wine and other alcoholic drinks enhances food flavor can stop lying. I realized it was an oral fixation for me and chilling with my pretty gold rim, cheery quotes, elegant crystal wine glasses was glamorous. So, giving up alcohol can help you to avoid these potentially deadly diseases. Other posts on here about chocolate, though, yes that is totally a thing. I started drinking at age 15. Lockdowns dont help. Now 57, and I just enjoyed the best year of my life. This is my second time going clean for three months. I am now 7months clean . Me and my partner drank most nights and me quitting has reduced her intake as well. I should mention that I had tried to go AF seriously a number of times. in the afternoons and then a wine (or so!) Almost 3 months off alcohol now. Your skin will look healthier, blood pressure may lower, and immune system function and liver inflammation will improve. I used to drink so much that I would constantly forget things people would tell me and spend a lot of time alone. Its not all about me anymore. But its fine I dont like people that much anyways. In mild cases these will resolve by day two or three, but in more severe cases, these symptoms may be more severe (seizures, hallucinations, delirium, etc.) This all took place after work around 3 or 4 pm. Ive seeked help from a friend to go AF for 6 months because if I dont I will lose my partner and kids. I feel enormous pride, and Im making some other decisions that Ive been thinking about for a long time. I like my life. . To all the people who have been feeling smug since stopping alcohol, I`d like to say quite bloody right you have every right to. Once you have reached six months of sobriety you will start to feel more comfortable with yourself but it can also lead to pink clouding. It seems moderating is very difficult if not impossible for me, but total abstinence is relatively easy. U.S. Alcohol Drinking Alcohol Consumption Health Care A woman has shared her incredible three-week transformation after completely cutting out alcohol. Since quitting I started exercising everyday and have lost weight with WW. alcohol fills the brain with toxins that can cause blackouts and it might even leave you with permanent damages to the memory. I couldnt do that. Here are some of the most common effects of giving up alcohol. I have just hit the one month into my three. And, if I find a reason to have a drink, I will never find a reason not to. They can give you herbs like milk thistle for your liver/digestion too and help correct any dysbiosis. But one day at a time right . But for months I seemed to fall into the pattern of 1-2 days sober, then back to drinking. Many will notice that their blood pressure has lowered if it was high before making changes. You can join a sports club or even play mild sports like golf to relieve your stress and help yourself stay away from harmful coping mechanisms and alcoholic habits. Ive been doing this for years and I really want to stop. There will be visible changes to your physical and mental health, how you deal with stressful situations and carry yourself in public. Either with your friend and family, a support group or even a therapist. I never was big into sweets/soda but Ive been loving chocolate like the rest of you guys and diet ginger ale. Some days I have to force myself to eat. This was bad as no one knew and I didnt see it as an issue. I need to decide if I will continue with no alcohol.Im 68 and took the challenge to show a good example for all the heavy drinkers in my family. Im looking forward to the health benefits. Be a badass. After showing my butt Christmas Eve I resolved to quit permanently after 20+ years of daily drinking. I work and am in a good relationship for many years. Completely resetting from the effects of alcohol, however, can take timeand not all effects may necessarily be reversible. At night, I no longer craved carbs and fat. Do not let yourself think that it is the end of your sober living. Dont feel bad if you have not lost weight. Sleep Foundation. It is mine to own and nourish and I LOVE IT! Going to 3 months now, Im 3 weeks in to my abstinence journey. Since quitting. Thanks for your post, it was informative. Im in my 12th month alcohol free. When I was out, I'd down a couple of shots of Fireball, chase them with soda, and follow that up with a game of flip cup. Nothing changed unless you look closer at the can. Im mentally far sharper than I can recall being since my late 30s. Seek medical advice if you need guidance on whats happening in regard to your health. If I can do it ANYONE can do it. One night I was laying in bed snd I thought, Im going to die if I dont stop. I think its because my body is in shock. And, yes, even when enjoying healthier drinks, I limit myself to just one glass. You will gradually start to see your organ systems functioning better. This is great for those who want to maintain their weight and/or start cutting fat. It will get up eventually give it about 6months. I find that if the first drink I have after work is a cup of milo I dont want an alcoholic drink after that probably because of the milk content. My doctor says it may start to come off around 6 month period when I am no longer replacing alcohol with popsicles! I mean I would drink prior to this, weekends etc like many 20 somethings. Today I am sober one day at a time. I will continue, though, although maybe not permanently. I was not a heavy drinker nor an addict of any kind. I have been sober (alcohol & tranquilizers) for over 40 years, but today is THE critical day. I get bored, so I do more housework & healthy cooking. Thank you everybody for your posts. I was thinking clearer and I didnt get overwhelmed as easy. Good luck and enjoy the journey. This I find so strange after years of using it to handle any pressure . By stop drinking alcohol, the liver Im three months way down on consumption! Days one to seven: Your nervous system will start to respond to the absence of alcohol. Weve all been brainwashed about alcohol at some point. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK441882/. The effect it has on you, and your behaviour towards others changes drastically as a result of alcohol. I took a hard look at why I was now eating ice cream every night when I hadnt before and realized I was now replacing the relaxing/rewarding experience I received from alcohol with ice cream. Skin and hair look healthy and you really start investing more in yourself eg: with love and care. I didnt like the dependency I had on drinking beer. Alcohol abuse takes a toll on the liver and brain. So, giving up alcohol may help you to improve your relationships with friends and family. I dont really want to give up but I dont want to give up feeling great. One physical aspect of a life time of drinking is that my testicles have shrivelled to almost nothing, this is a constant thought on my mind, as is a worrying lack of libido. This is really important to avoid any dangers of a relapse. However, every couple of months or so, usually when a special occasion pops up, Ill enjoy one glass of wine or a simple cocktail (like a vodka soda). Happy New Year and good luck to everyone addressing their drinking in 2021. I drank A LOT of those drinks but after a couple months it got easier and easier. My flesh enjoyed what I gave it and it will die once I stop feeding it. 7 nights a week. Nov 28th 43yo Current fave: NA lite ginger beer with a splash of cranberry and fresh lime. 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